November 19, 2009

Google adding automatic captions to YouTube videos

Google is tapping into the speech-recognition technology that it uses for its Google Voice call management service to make captions an automatic feature

“Bobby Chupete” Pacifiers Due to Choking Hazard

The pacifier mouth guard is too small, posing a choking hazard to infants and toddlers.

November 18, 2009

663,000 Perfect Flame gas grills sold at Lowes recalled

The burners can deteriorate causing irregular flames and the lids of some models can catch fire

10 Worst toys of 2009 according to “WATCH”

The World Against Toys Causing Harm (WATCH) releases its list of the top 10 worst toys of 2009.

Ford, Subaru, VW win insurance industry top safety picks

The institute substantially reduced the number of awards compared with 2009, because of tougher requirements for roof strength

November 16, 2009

Federal Reserve cracks down on gift card abuses

Under the proposed rule, consumers must have at least five years to use the gift cards before they expire

November 13, 2009

Lynchburg restaurant Shoemakers revamps, pares down prices

Once an upscale steakhouse and one of the more expensive restaurants in town, Shoemakers Fine Dining is reinventing itself as a more affordable family eatery

November 12, 2009

Treestands recalled by Gander Mountain

The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall

85,000 Backpack blowers recalled by Homelite

The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard

November 11, 2009

Wal-Mart to keep stores open to ease Black Friday

The world's largest retailer says day-after-Thanksgiving sales will begin at 5 a.m. Nov. 27, but most U.S. stores will be open 24 hours to prevent a mad dash

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